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Maui is known as the “Valley Isle” because of the mountain ridges that line its eastern and western shores. It is the second largest of the Hawaiian Islands with miles of tropical rainforests and beaches for you to enjoy. If you’re planning a trip to Maui, you probably already know the many attractions that call this island home. There is something for everyone on this island, and with many activities and sights choosing where to start can be difficult.

Active people will find countless Maui activities to keep them busy, and even if you prefer to sit upon the shores, there really is no better place to be. People looking for the ultimate relaxation can head to the spa, or even go shopping. With historical places, and the chance to enjoy a luau, Maui is fun for everyone. Following is a list of things to do while visiting Maui.

See a Volcano

Maui has the world’s largest inactive volcano, Mount Haleakala, also known as the House of the Sun. The base of this mountain is big enough to cover Manhattan, and is over 10,000 feet high. You can hike in the craters on this mountain, and get pictures of yourself on the summit at sunrise.

Activities

There are a number of activities on Maui for you to enjoy, no matter what your fitness level. Maui has many golf courses scattered across the resorts and island. With beautiful scenery and courses suited for any level, Maui is the perfect place to golf. There are many affordable package deals.

If you’re looking to visit the beach, you can tan on the shore sipping tropical drinks or sail and surf upon the ocean waves. There are also many shops on Maui where you can buy Authentic Hawaiian pieces.

Underwater Adventures

Many Maui activities are related to the ocean. The Maui Ocean Center is great to visit if you want to learn about Maui’s local aquatic life. If you want to explore Maui’s underwater on your own, you can go scuba diving or snorkeling at one of the many beaches. If you visit Maui in the right seasons, you might be able to go whale watching, fishing and dolphin watching.

Dining

Maui has a myriad of dining places for you to choose from. There are hundreds of restaurants ranging from cheap simple dining, to elegant five star dining. Some of the world’s best chefs have set up restaurants on Maui’s shores. While on Maui be sure to try all the different foods in this area.

Tour the Island

You can tour the island many different ways, from land, sea or air. On land, you can hike, bike, or drive through Maui’s beautiful sites. You can also sail, boating, parasailing and parachuting off the shore. There are also helicopter tours available, where you can view all of Maui from a bird’s eyes view.

Whether you are coming as a family or a couple, you enjoy Maui and all it has to offer. You may even find that you won’t be able to do everything in one trip and will soon find yourself planning your return.